This podcast episode explores the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Duanwu Festival, celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month on the traditional Chinese calendar. The festival originated from the legend of Qu Yuan, a renowned poet who threw himself into the river after being exiled by his king. It involves dragon boat racing, the consumption of zongzi (glutinous rice dumplings), and other traditions. The episode also discusses the significance and symbolism of zongzi, the traditional food associated with the festival, as well as the evolving trends in its production and packaging. Furthermore, the hosts delve into the cultural significance of dragon boat racing and the customs and traditions of the festival. Lastly, the episode touches on the growing popularity of self-service car washes in China and the benefits of cleaning one's own car.
